Candela (Master Planned) Real Estate Guide

Candela (Master Planned) homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Candela is a master-planned community designed to be walkable with a variety of amenities within walking distance. It is near Fulshear Creek Crossing and Cross Creek Ranch.

Candela is popular for its:

• LOCATION: Candela is accessible due to major highways, including Interstate 69 and Westpark Tollway. Major employers in the Energy Corridor are 20 minutes away. Urban luxury in Downtown Houston is just 35 minutes away.

• QUALITY EDUCATION: Education in Candela is excellent. The schools in the area are highly rated and offer a variety of programs and activities. Its schools, such as Bentley Elementary School and Foster High School, are top-rated schools.

• DEVELOPER: Candela is being developed by Johnson Development Services. This company is a leading master-planned community developer in Texas. The Woodlands, one of the largest and most successful master-planned communities in the United States, was one of its projects.

• HOMES: All homes in Candela are newly constructed. This means that they are energy-efficient and built to high standards. The homes are built by three premier homebuilders: Coventry Homes, Perry Homes, and Westin Homes.

• AMENITY CENTER: Candela prides itself in its Axis Amenity Center. This centrally located complex offers a swimming pool, fitness center, yoga lawn, playground, pavilion, multi-purpose room, and a dog park. It also hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year such as fitness classes and movie nights.

• ACTIVITIES AND FESTIVALS: Most activities and festivals in Richmond are a short distance from Candela. There is the Fort Bend Museum which hosts lectures and Halloween parties. The Blessington Farm is open every Saturday and Sunday during the fall season. The George Ranch Historical Park features historical reenactments and demonstrations.

• PET-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY: All homes in Candela are pet-friendly, with no restrictions on breed or size. There are several dog parks located within the community, as well as a pet spa and a pet grooming service. The community also has a leash-free trail where dogs can run and play off-leash.

Candela is a desirable place to live, so there is always a high demand for homes in the community. It is also a relatively new community, so a lot of available homes are newly constructed. The real estate market in Candela can be fast-paced, with homes selling quickly. It is advisable to seek help from the best Candela realtor, an expert in the community.

To get personal advice on buying or selling in the Candela area, contact Paige Martin, one of Houston’s best realtors and one of the top-ranked Realtors in the United States.

“Kim Vargas is incredible! We recently had the pleasure of working with her to buy our new home, and she made every step of the process stress free and enjoyable! She’s a hard worker and always responds immediately. She answered all of our questions and made us feel so comfortable. Kim is very professional and knowledgeable of the Houston market. If we’re ever in the market for another home, we will only use Kim Vargas! Thank you!” - Megan Gilbert (Google Review)

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Table of Contents

1. Candela (Master Planned) Home Sale Trends
2. Candela (Master Planned) Best Realtor Insights
3. Candela (Master Planned) Maps, Location & Zip Code
4. Candela (Master Planned) Schools
5. Candela (Master Planned) Real Estate Market

Candela (Master Planned) Home Sale Trends

Candela is a master-planned community located in Richmond, Texas. It is designed to be a walkable community with a variety of amenities within walking distance of most homes.

It is a location of choice due to its:

• ACCESSIBILITY: Candela is near major highways, including Interstate 69 and Westpark Tollway. This makes the Energy Corridor 20 minutes away. Downtown Houston is just 35 minutes away. This gives residents the ease of access to urban luxuries and job prospects.

• TOP-RATED SCHOOLS: Candela is zoned to the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD), which is a large, award-winning school district. Many of its schools, such as Foster High and Frost Elementary, are top-rated schools.

• REPUTATION: Candela is being developed by Johnson Development Services. This company is known for developing successful communities. The Woodlands, one of the largest and most successful master-planned communities in the United States, was one of its projects.

The community is also close to Brazos Bend State Park and Memorial Park, two of the most popular parks in all of Texas. These parks are popular destinations for hiking, biking, fishing, and bird watching.

Candela (Master Planned) Best Realtor Insights

Candela is a master-planned community in Richmond.

• Candela is situated near Interstate 69 and Westpark Tollway.

• There are many excellent schools in the Candela area. Examples are Bentley Elementary School and Foster High School.

• Candela is being developed by Johnson Development Services. The popular Woodlands was one of its projects.

• Candela homes are newly constructed and energy-efficient. Homes are built by Coventry Homes, Perry Homes, and Westin Homes.

• Candela is a pet-friendly community with amenities for dogs and cats. All homes allow dogs and cats with no restrictions on breed or size.

• Candela is near other master-planned communities such as Fulshear Creek Crossing and Cross Creek Ranch.

• Candela’s housing options are mostly single-family homes.

• Candela homes mostly feature three to four-bedroom plans. There are also five-bedroom options.

• Home sizes vary from 1,000 to 4,000 square feet. The biggest lots can be over 16,000 square feet.

• Home prices are between $200,000 and over $700,000.

Candela (Master Planned) Maps, Location & Zip Code

Candela (Master Planned) Schools

Candela is zoned to Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD).

LCISD is a designated "District of Innovation" by the Texas Education Agency. This designation allows the district to have more flexibility in its curriculum and instruction, which allows it to better meet the needs of its students.

Bentley Elementary School and Foster High School are some of the top-rated schools from LCISD.

Elementary Schools

• Bentley Elementary School at 9910 FM 359. Bentley Elementary School was founded in 1996. It has a strong focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, and has a STEM lab with state-of-the-art technology. It has been named a School of Excellence.

• Frost Elementary School at 3306 Skinner Ln. Frost Elementary School was founded in 1955. It has been named a National School of Character, a Blue Ribbon School, a Texas Honor School, and a School of Excellence awardee.

• Hubenak Elementary School at 11344 Rancho Bella Pkwy. Hubenak Elementary School was founded in 1983. It has been named a School of Excellence and a Texas Honor School. It also has a STEM-focused after-school program.

• Adolphus Elementary School at 7910 Winston Ranch Pkwy. Adolphus Elementary School opened in 2018. It has been named a School of Excellence, a Texas Honor School, and a National School of Character. The school's motto is "Excellence Through Character."

High Schools

• Foster High School at 4400 FM 723. Foster High School was founded in 1964. It has been named a National Blue Ribbon School, a Texas Honor School, a School of Excellence, and a College Board AP Capstone School. It also has a strong focus on STEM education.

Candela Private Schools

The following are some of the private schools near Candela:

• The Goddard School at 21024 W. Bellfort Street.

• Westlake Preparatory Lutheran Academy at 23300 Bellaire Blvd.

To find an updated listing of all Candela real estate zoned to any specific public school, please email Paige Martin at [email protected] with the property preference and budget that you're working with.

Note: For more detailed information on specific schools zoned to different Candela areas, please refer to our Houston Schools Guide OR email me.

Note: School zoning tends to change from year to year. The information provided above is accurate but not guaranteed. Please double-check by visiting the school's website.

Candela (Master Planned) Real Estate Market

Candela Single-Family Home Sale Trends

The majority of the homes sold in Candela are mostly single-family homes. Homes in Candela typically feature 3- to 4-bedroom floor plans. Lots can be up to 16,000 square feet.

The most expensive Candela homes can offer 5-bedroom options.

Prices for Candela homes for sale range from $200,000 to over $700,000.

Candela Townhome Sale Trends

There are no townhomes in Candela. There are, however, plenty of townhome options available in nearby neighborhoods.

The Houston Properties Team is an expert in Candela real estate. Please contact us if you'd like to see Houston townhomes or learn more about properties that could be a fit for you.

Candela Condo Sale Trends

There are no mid- or high-rise Candela condos for sale, but plenty of units are available in the surrounding areas.

To see other condos within the Inner Loop, see Inner Loop Houston Condos. To see condos within the nearby Galleria area, see Galleria Houston Condos. To see other condos within Downtown Houston, see Downtown Condos. To see condos within Museum District, see Museum District Condos.

The Houston Properties Team is an expert in Candela real estate. Please contact us if you'd like to see Houston condos or learn more about buildings that could be a fit for you.

Candela TX History

The development of Candela began in 2021. Johnson Development Services, the company that brought other master-planned communities such as Veranda and Cross Creek Ranch, is behind the project. Coventry Homes, Perry Homes, and Westin Homes built homes in the area.

The name "Candela" is Spanish for "candle." The name was chosen to reflect the community's bright future and its warm and inviting atmosphere.

Today, Candela is a vibrant and active community in a desirable area with access to amenities, attractions, and major employers.

Fun Things To Do Near Candela

Candela is close to many shopping centers The nearest are Shoppers at West Park and The Shops at Richmond Lakes.

Several master-planned communities are also nearby. These include Covey Trails, Westheimer Lakes North, and Cross Creek Ranch.

Meadowbrooks Farms Golf Club is a well-maintained course with 27 holes of championship golf.

Retail:

• Shoppers at West Park
• Walmart Supercenter
• Southpark at Cinco Ranch
• The Shops at Richmond Lakes

Dining:

• Spring Creek Barbeque
• Panda Express
• Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
• The Toasted Yolk Cafe
• Whataburger
• Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers

Nightlife:

• The Public House
• Baker St. Pub and Grill
• Einstein’s Pub & Arcade
• Dry Creek Social Club
• Fulbrook Ale Works
• The Oxbow Tavern

Best Candela Realtor - Paige Martin

As featured on Fox News in the Morning, Houston Business Journal, and Houston Magazine, Paige Martin, a consistent Top Producing Broker-Associate and head of the Houston Properties Team, is ranked as one of the top residential real estate agents in the world.

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